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Calgary Flames at Boston Bruins odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Calgary Flames at Boston Bruins odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Calgary Flames (5-5-2) and Boston Bruins (11-2-0) meet Thursday at TD Garden in Boston. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Flames vs. Bruins odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Flames dropped another gut-wrenching 1-goal game Tuesday at the New Jersey Devils, falling 3-2 in regulation. The previous two losses were also 1-goal games — both in overtime — and 5 of the team’s 6 losses during its current skid were by 1 goal.

The Bruins rebounded from a 2-1 road loss at the Toronto Maple Leafs Saturday with a solid 3-1 win over the visiting St. Louis Blues Monday. It was the 7th win in as many games at TD Garden for the B’s, who have outscored their competition 28-13 on home ice.

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Flames at Bruins odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 5:38 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Flames +140 (bet $100 to win $140) | Bruins -175 (bet $175 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Flames +1.5 (-175) | Bruins -1.5 (+140)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +102 | U: -125)

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Flames at Bruins projected goalies

Jacob Markstrom (4-3-2, 2.97 GAA, .893 SV%) vs. Linus Ullmark (9-1-0, 2.05 GAA, .932 SV%, 1 SO)

Markstrom hasn’t been terribly sharp this season, especially in November. He is winless in his five 5 outings while going 0-2-2 with a 3.46 GAA and .881 SV% across 4 November assignments.

Ullmark has looked like an All-Star in the first full month of the regular season, winning all but one of his 10 starts to date. He has allowed 2 or fewer goals in 8 of his 11 appearances.

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Flames at Bruins picks and predictions

Prediction

Bruins 4, Flames 2

Moneyline

The BRUINS (-175) are actually a bargain at this price.

Boston is a perfect 7-for-7 at home this season and has managed a perfect 5-0-0 record against Western Conference teams to date.

The Flames have dropped 6 in a row, including each of the first 2 games on their current 4-game road trip. Calgary is a very ordinary 2-2-2 in 6 games against Eastern Conference foes.

Puck line/Against the spread

The BRUINS -1.5 (+140) are worth playing as a half-unit wager on the puck line.

In Boston’s 6 victories to date as a favorite, it’s covered the puck line in 5 of them.

The Flames +1.5 (-180) have lost 5 of the past 6 games during their skid by just 1 goal, but that’s an awfully large price to pay for a little bit of insurance. Calgary is not playing well and it cannot be trusted.

Over/Under

UNDER 6.5 (-125) is worth a play.

The Under has split 3-3 in Calgary’s 6 games against Eastern Conference foes, including 1-1 in 2 road games on its current trip.

The Over has dominated most of the season for Boston, going 7-3-1 in the first 11 games, but the Under is 2-0 in the past 2 outings, with the B’s yielding just 1.5 goals per contest.

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Calgary Flames at New Jersey Devils odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Calgary Flames at New Jersey Devils odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Calgary Flames (5-4-2) and New Jersey Devils (9-3-0) meet Tuesday at Prudential Center in Newark. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Flames vs. Devils odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Flames kicked off a 3-game road trip Monday with a 4-3 overtime loss against the New York Islanders. These teams just met in Calgary Saturday, with New Jersey coming away with an identical 4-3 OT win.

The Devils have rattled off 6 consecutive wins dating back to a setback Oct. 24 against the Washington Capitals. New Jersey has scored 4 or more goals in 4 straight games, and it has cashed the Over at a 3-0-1 clip during the span.

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Flames at Devils odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Flames +100 (bet $100 to win $100) | Devils -120 (bet $120 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Flames +1.5 (-230) | Devils -1.5 (+180)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -135 | U: +110)

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Flames at Devils projected goalies

Dan Vladar (1-2-0, 3.81 GAA, .865 SV%) vs. Vitek Vanecek (5-1-0, 2.21 GAA, .908 SV%, 1 SO)

Vladar allowed 5 goals on 26 shots in his most recent showing against the Seattle Kraken in a loss last Tuesday. He has dropped his past 2 starts since winning his season debut in Edmonton Oct. 15.

Vanecek picked up the win in Calgary Saturday, turning aside 27 of the 30 shots he faced in a 4-3 OT win. Vanecek lost his 1st outing of the season against Detroit on Oct. 15, but he has won each of his 5 starts since.

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Flames at Devils picks and predictions

Prediction

Devils 4, Flames 2

Moneyline

The DEVILS (-120) are worth playing at home, especially since they have Vanecek in the crease against the backup goaltender.

The Flames won just once in their last 5 road games and have dropped 5 consecutive games overall.

On the flip side, the Devils have won 6 in a row and have cashed in 4 of their last 5 at home.

Puck line/Against the spread

The DEVILS -1.5 (+180) are worth a roll of the dice for the chance to nearly double up.

Yes, New Jersey won 4-3 in OT on Saturday in Calgary, but it covered the puck line in that one as an underdog, and it faced starting G Jacob Markstrom, not the more beatable Vladar. This is an even more favorable matchup for the Devils as a result of the goaltender situation.

Over/Under

UNDER 6.5 (+110) is worth a shot at plus money.

The Flames are playing their 4th game in the past 6 days, and the Under is 3-1-1 in the past 5 in the 4th game of a 4-in-6 situation.

The Devils have scored plenty of goals this season, but they rank just 19th on the power play (20.0%). On the flip side, they’re 4th in the NHL with an 86.8% penalty kill, ranking 7th with 2.6 goals per game allowed.

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Calgary Flames at New York Islanders odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Calgary Flames at New York Islanders odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Calgary Flames (5-4-1) and New York Islanders (7-5-0) meet Monday at UBS Arena in Elmont, N.Y. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Flames vs. Islanders odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Flames kick off a 3-game road trip on the Island. It will be good to get away from home, as Calgary lost its last 4 games — all at Scotiabank Saddledome — including a 4-3 overtime loss against the New Jersey Devils Saturday.

The Islanders will be itching to get back onto the ice after being shutout 3-0 on the road at the hands of the Detroit Red Wings in a Saturday matinee. That snapped a 5-game win streak, during which New York averaged 4.4 goals per game.

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Flames at Islanders odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Flames -120 (bet $120 to win $100) | Islanders +100 (bet $100 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Flames -1.5 (+195) | Islanders +1.5 (-250)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -135 | U: +110)

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Flames at Islanders projected goalies

Jacob Markstrom (4-2-1, 2.84 GAA, .900 SV%) vs. Ilya Sorokin (5-3-0, 2.12 GAA, .933 SV%, 1 SO)

Markstrom allowed 4 goals on 35 shots last time out in the OT setback against the Devils. He is 2-1 in his past 3 outings against Eastern Conference teams this year and he was 2-0-0 with a 2.00 GAA and .930 SV% in 2 starts against the Isles last season.

Sorokin came on with just 8:13 left in Saturday’s game in Detroit, allowing a goal on 2 shots, but it was Semyon Varlamov saddled with the loss. Sorokin and Varlamov have both benefited from a tremendous penalty kill unit which ranks 3rd in the NHL at 90.5%

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Flames at Islanders picks and predictions

Prediction

Islanders 4, Flames 1

Moneyline

The ISLANDERS (+100) are a strong play on home ice at even money. The Flames have been hot garbage lately, dropping 4 in a row, while going 2-2-0 against the Eastern Conference this season.

It’s hard to believe, but Calgary will be playing just its 2nd road game of the season, starting out with 9 home games over its first 10 outings. It is also its first game outside of Alberta. Look for the Flames to look like a fish out of water here.

Puck line/Against the spread

The Islanders +1.5 (-250) will cost you 2 1/2 times your potential return, and that’s just too expensive if you require a little bit of insurance.

The Flames -1.5 (+195) have dropped their past 4 as a favorite, so there is nothing to like about them, either.

PASS.

Over/Under

UNDER 5.5 (+110) is worth a look at plus money.

Sorokin has the potential to shut down the opposition on any given night, and he is allowing just north of 2 goals per contest.

While Markstrom has been a bit uneven lately, he is one of the better netminders in the West. Calgary has cashed the Under at a 4-2 clip in the past 6 games overall, so roll with the Under again here.

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New Jersey Devils at Calgary Flames odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s New Jersey Devils at Calgary Flames odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The New Jersey Devils (8-3-0) and Calgary Flames (5-4-0) meet Saturday at Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary, Alberta. Puck drop is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Devils vs. Flames odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Devils are 2-for-2 on their current 3-game Western Canada road trip, winning 5-2 vs. the Vancouver Canucks Tuesday and 4-3 vs. the Edmonton Oilers Thursday. Overall, the Devils have won 8 of the past 9, including all 5 games vs. Western Conference opponents this season.

The Flames are coming off an embarrassing 4-1 loss against the Nashville Predators Thursday, Calgary’s 3rd straight loss at home. The Flames have hit the Under in 4 of the past 5 games, and Calgary is averaging just 2.33 goals per game (GPG) in the previous 3 outings.

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Devils at Flames odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Devils +133 (bet $100 to win $133) | Flames -165 (bet $165 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Devils +1.5 (-190) | Flames -1.5 (+150)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Devils at Flames projected goalies

Vitek Vanecek (4-1-0, 2.06 GAA, .911 SV%, 1 SO) vs. Jacob Markstrom (4-2-0, 2.68 GAA, .903 SV%)

Vanecek entered Thursday’s game in Edmonton in the middle of the second period once G Mac Blackwood went down with an injury. He allowed just 1 goal on 19 shots, and he picked up the relief win in the comeback.

Markstrom was the backstop in Thursday’s disappointing against the Preds, so he is champing at the bit to get back in there and prove himself. He is 2-0-0 with a 1.46 GAA and .950 SV% in 2 starts against Eastern Conference teams so far.

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Devils at Flames picks and predictions

Prediction

Flames 3, Devils 2

Moneyline

The FLAMES (-165) are a little on the expensive side, given that this is a team on a 3-game slide. Meanwhile, the Devils would seem like the live ‘dog, coming in as the hotter team.

We’ll go with the law of averages here, and the fact Calgary isn’t going to lose a 4th consecutive outing on home ice. While a lot of the personnel has changed in recent seasons, New Jersey is winless in its past 4 trips to Calgary.

Puck line/Against the spread

The Devils +1.5 (-190) are quite pricey, costing you nearly 2 times your potential return. That seems like a slam-dunk play considering New Jersey has won 8 of the past 9 games overall. However, that’s an expensive piece of insurance. If you like Jersey, just play it straight up for a much better value. I don’t, however, and prefer the home fave.

PASS.

Over/Under

UNDER 6.5 (+100) is the best value on the board.

Yes, Markstrom has had some issues lately, but the Calgary offense has, pardon the pun, flamed out lately. Vanecek has also been playing with a lot of confidence and should be able to keep the Calgary offense struggling to light the lamp.

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Edmonton Oilers at Calgary Flames odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Edmonton Oilers at Calgary Flames odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Edmonton Oilers (5-3-0) and Calgary Flames (5-1-0) meet Saturday at Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary, Alberta. Puck drop is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Oilers vs. Flames odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Oilers got the best of the Flames in a best-of-7 playoff series last May, winning 4-1. That touched off an arms race, as both teams improved their rosters in the offseason. Edmonton came up short 4-3 in the first meeting at home Oct. 15.

The Flames have topped Eastern Conference contenders such as the Carolina Hurricanes and Pittsburgh Penguins, as well as the Oilers, Vegas Golden Knights and the defending champion Colorado Avalanche so far. Yeah, it’s been a good start.

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Oilers at Flames odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Oilers +120 (bet $100 to win $120) | Flames -150 (bet $150 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Oilers +1.5 (-200) | Flames -1.5 (+160)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -140 | U: +115)

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Oilers at Flames projected goalies

Jack Campbell (4-2-0, 3.89 GAA, .888 SV%) vs. Jacob Markstrom (4-0-0, 2.50 GAA, .907 SV%)

Campbell is off to a tough start and was pulled in his first meeting with the Flames back on Oct. 15, allowing 4 goals on just 11 shots before boos rained down. He has rebounded with 3 wins in his past 4 starts.

Markstrom is coming off his most complete outing of the season, allowing just 1 goal on 33 shots in a 4-1 victory over the Penguins. He has won all 4 of his decisions, with 1 shaky start against the Buffalo Sabres that resulted in a loss for backup G Dan Vladar.

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Oilers at Flames picks and predictions

Prediction

Flames 5, Oilers 3

Moneyline

The FLAMES (-150) have been playing much more consistent hockey so far, and they’ll get it done in the 2nd installment this season of the Battle of Alberta.

The home team is 8-3 in the past 11 regular-season and playoff meetings between these teams, and there is no sense deviating from that trend now.

Puck line/Against the spread

The FLAMES -1.5 (+160) are worth a roll of the dice on the puck line. This game should have plenty of firewagon hockey, and it will resemble Game 1 of last season’s playoff series when the teams combined for 15 total goals. These games are always fun, and this one should be no different. It might take a late empty-net goal to finally get you over the hump here.

Over/Under

OVER 6.5 (-140) is a good bet, but you’ll certainly have to pay for it.

The Over is worth it, though. The Over is 5-1-1 in the past 7 meetings in this series and is 20-8-1 in the past 29 battles between the sides at the Saddledome.

Edmonton ranks 2nd in the NHL with 3.9 goals per game (GPG), while ranking 2nd on the power play at 34.5%. It is also a dismal 75% on the penalty kill, ranking 27th. That’s all conducive for Overs.

Calgary ranks 6th in the NHL with 3.7 GPG, while checking in 4th with a 30.4% power-play mark. Look for plenty of offense here.

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Pittsburgh Penguins at Calgary Flames odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Pittsburgh Penguins at Calgary Flames odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Pittsburgh Penguins (4-1-1) and Calgary Flames (4-1-0) meet Tuesday at Scotiabank Saddledome. Puck drop is scheduled for 9 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Penguins vs. Flames odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Penguins suffered a 6-3 loss at the Edmonton Oilers Monday in the front end of a back-to-back Alberta two-step. The Over cashed for the 3rd straight game, and 5th time in 6 games overall.

Pittsburgh is No. 1 in goals per game (GPG) at 4.8 while ranking just 27th on the penalty kill at 72.7%. That’s a great recipe for Over results.

The Flames eased by the visiting Carolina Hurricanes Saturday by a 3-2 score in overtime. Calgary has scored 3 or more goals in all 5 games while allowing at least 2 goals in each of its outings.

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Penguins at Flames odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Penguins +120 (bet $100 to win $120) | Flames -150 (bet $150 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Penguins +1.5 (-190) | Flames -1.5 (+150)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -130 | U: +105)

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Penguins at Flames projected goalies

Casey DeSmith (0-0-1, 2.85 GAA, .923 SV%) vs. Jacob Markstrom (3-0-0, 2.93 GAA, .882 SV%)

Tristan Jarry stopped 41 of 47 shots in the 6-3 loss at Edmonton Monday, so DeSmith will be tasked with the start here in the 2nd end of the back-to-back. DeSmith allowed 3 goals on 39 shots in Montreal Oct. 17 in his only previous appearance this season.

Markstrom has allowed 3 or fewer goals in each of his 4 outings, and the Flames have scored 14 total goals in his appearances. The Swede topped the Pens in both meetings last season, posting a 0.48 GAA with a .985 SV% and a shutout.

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Penguins at Flames picks and predictions

Prediction

Flames 5, Penguins 3

Moneyline

The FLAMES (-150) are moderate favorites, but there is some risk here. The Penguins offense has been tremendous this season, but the goaltending and defense have been a little giving. Pittsburgh should have some tired legs here, too, after playing an up-tempo game in Edmonton Monday.

Puck line/Against the spread

The FLAMES -1.5 (+150) are worth a roll of the dice on the puck line here. The Pens have dropped just 2 games overall, and only 1 in regulation. That loss came Monday, however, and it didn’t come close to covering the puck line. Back Calgary to get it done and send Pittsburgh on its way, 0-for-Alberta.

Over/Under

OVER 6.5 (-130) is the play here, as it usually is in Pens games. However, it’s especially a good play on the second end of a back-to-back, with Pittsburgh rolling out its backup netminder.

The Over is 6-1 in the past 7 road games for the Pens dating back to last season and has cashed in 8 straight for them against winning teams, and 16 of their past 21 games overall.

The Flames are also on an Over run spilling into last season, going 5-2-1 in the past 8 at home and 7-3-2 in their past 12 games overall.

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Carolina Hurricanes at Calgary Flames odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Carolina Hurricanes at Calgary Flames odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Carolina Hurricanes (3-1-0) and Calgary Flames (3-1-0) meet Saturday at Scotiabank Saddledome. Puck drop is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Hurricanes vs. Flames odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Hurricanes suffered their first setback of the season Thursday in a 6-4 loss at the Edmonton Oilers, despite a hat trick from LW Andrei Svechnikov. The 4 goals allowed were more than their first 3 games combined.

The Flames also suffered their first loss of the season Thursday as the visiting Buffalo Sabres doubled them up 6-3. Calgary has scored 3 or more goals in all 4 games to date, averaging 3.8 GPG to rank 10th while checking in 5th in the NHL with a 31.3% mark on the power play.

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Hurricanes at Flames odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Hurricanes +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | Flames -140 (bet $140 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Hurricanes +1.5 (-210) | Flames -1.5 (+165)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +100 | U: -120)

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Hurricanes at Flames projected goalies

Antti Raanta (1-0-0, 1.00 GAA, .947 SV%) vs. Jacob Markstrom (2-0-0, 3.43 GAA, .862 SV%)

Raanta should get a chance at this 2nd start of the season after Frederik Andersen was dinged for 5 goals on 32 shots in Edmonton. The Great Dane allowed 2 power-play goals and a shorthanded goal in the loss.

Raanta allowed just 1 goal on 19 shots in his season debut at the San Jose Sharks last Friday in a 2-1 victory.

Markstrom was pulled after 20 minutes against Buffalo after he allowed 3 goals on just 12 shots. G Dan Vladar finished up in relief, but he is no threat to Markstrom’s job security.

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Hurricanes at Flames picks and predictions

Prediction

Flames 5, Hurricanes 3

Moneyline

The FLAMES (-140) are worth playing on home ice in this solid early-season matchup.

The Hurricanes opened with 3 straight wins, so a loss in Edmonton raised some eyebrows. However, to be fair, Carolina’s first 3 victories were against Columbus, San Jose and Seattle — teams with a combined 5-10-2 record.

Puck line/Against the spread

The FLAMES -1.5 (+165) are worth playing lightly, although they have covered the puck line in just 1 of the 3 games in which they were favorites.

It could be a similar fate for the Hurricanes as they suffered Thursday in Edmonton when it took an empty-net goal to secure the cover for the home favorite Oilers.

Over/Under

OVER 6.5 (+100) is the best play on the board in this game.

The Over cashed for the first time this season for Carolina last time out, while Calgary has cashed the Over at a 2-1-1 pace in the early part of the season. The last time these teams met in Raleigh was in January, and they combined for 9 total goals. Look for more of the same here.

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Calgary Flames at Edmonton Oilers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Calgary Flames at Edmonton Oilers odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Calgary Flames (1-0-0) and Edmonton Oilers (1-0-0) meet Saturday at Rogers Place. Puck drop is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Flames at Oilers, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Flames opened the season with a 5-3 win over the defending-champ Colorado Avalanche on Thursday. Calgary had a shorthanded goal, 2 even-strength goals and 2 power-play goals in the victory.

The Oilers also won their regular-season opener 5-3, topping the Vancouver Canucks Wednesday. Edmonton erased a 3-0 deficit, with Connor McDavid posting a hat trick.

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Flames at Oilers odds

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  • Moneyline: Flames -105 (bet $105 to win $100) | Oilers -115 (bet $115 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Flames +1.5 (-240) | Oilers -1.5 (+190)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -140 | U: +112)

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Flames at Oilers projected goalies

Jacob Markstrom (1-0-0, 3.00 GAA, .880 SV%) vs. Jack Campbell (1-0-0, 3.01 GAA, .917 SV%)

Markstrom wasn’t tremendously sharp, stopping 22 of his 25 shots in the opener against Colorado. He was 2-2-0 with a 3.54 GAA and an .884 SV% in 4 starts against the Oilers last season.

Campbell allowed 3 goals on 36 shots against Vancouver. He was a little shaky early on, allowing 3 quick goals, but he rebounded nicely once the offensive support started.

As a member of the Toronto Maple Leafs, “Soup” went 1-1-0 with a 2.94 GAA and .895 SV% in 2 starts against the Flames last season.

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Flames at Oilers picks and predictions

Prediction

Flames 6, Oilers 4

Moneyline

The FLAMES (-105) are a solid value in this first installment of the Battle of Alberta this season. The difference is in net, as I give the edge to Markstrom over Campbell, especially with the latter getting his 1st taste of this rivalry.

Puck line/Against the spread

The Flames +1.5 (-240) will cost you well more than twice your potential return, and that’s just too expensive. If you like Calgary, just play it straight up for a much better value.

PASS.

Over/Under

The OVER 6.5 (-140) is a little expensive but worth the price. The Over has cashed in 5 of the past 6 meetings in this rivalry series.

Playing the alternate line of OVER 7.5 (+160) is a little more risky but a solid value. We should see plenty of offense in this one.

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Colorado Avalanche at Calgary Flames odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Colorado Avalanche at Calgary Flames odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Colorado Avalanche (1-0-0) and Calgary Flames (0-0-0) meet Thursday at Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary. Puck drop is scheduled for 9:30 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Avalanche vs. Flames odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Avalanche opened with a 5-2 thumping of the hapless Chicago Blackhawks Wednesday at Ball Arena, enjoying success on the night it raised the 2022 Stanley Cup Final champion banner. Artturi Lekhonen and Valeri Nichushkin each scored a pair of power-play goals.

The Flames look to take advantage of the Avs in the 2nd end of a back-to-back, using an old friend to tip the scales in their favor. Calgary made a huge splash, signing Cup champ Nazem Kadri to a lucrative contract in the offseason.

Calgary will also see the debut of Jonathan Huberdeau and MacKenzie Weegar, 2 key players acquired in a deal with the Florida Panthers for Matthew Tkachuk.

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Avalanche at Flames odds

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  • Moneyline: Avalanche +102 (bet $100 to win $102) | Flames -125 (bet $125 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Avalanche +1.5 (-240) | Flames -1.5 (+175)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -102 | U: -122)

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Avalanche at Flames projected goalies

Pavel Francouz (15-5-1, 2.55 GAA, .916 SV%, 2 SO in 2021-22) vs. Jacob Markstrom (37-15-9, 2.22 GAA, .922 SV%, 9 SO in 2021-22)

Francouz apparently lost the battle for the starting job to addition Alexandar Georgiev, although the holdover from last season’s team should see plenty of starts for the champs. He allowed just 1 G on 22 shots in a relief appearance last season against the Flames.

Markstrom was amazing at home last season, posting a 22-8-7 record, 2.17 GAA and .919 SV% with 5 SO. He faced the Avs just once last season, allowing only 2 G on 30 shots in a hard-luck loss where he received little support in a 2-1 loss.

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Avalanche at Flames picks and predictions

Prediction

Flames 4, Avalanche 3

Moneyline

The FLAMES (-125) made some bold offseason moves, as they try to  challenge the Avalanche (+102) and other teams for the top of the Western Conference.

Calgary can make a big statement right out of the gate, and it will do just that in this marquee matchup.

Puck line/Against the spread

Avalanche +1.5 (-240) won’t go quietly into the night, and this should be a seesaw affair. If you’re looking for a little insurance, especially since the Avs are using a backup backstop in the 2nd end of a back-to-back, this is a little too expensive.

AVOID.

Over/Under

The OVER 6.5 (-102) is worth playing lightly, although Francouz starting doesn’t mean that the Avs will fall off much. Colorado did hit the Over Wednesday night, lighting the lamp 5 times while allowing just 2 goals. We should see a similar amount of goals in this one.

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Edmonton Oilers at Calgary Flames Game 2 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Edmonton Oilers at Calgary Flames Game 2 odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Edmonton Oilers face off with the Calgary Flames Friday in Game 2 of their Western Conference semifinal playoff series. Puck drop from Scotiabank Saddledome is scheduled for 10:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Calgary leads the best-of-7 series 1-0 after a wild 9-6 victory in Wednesday’s opener. Below, we look at the Oilers at Flames Game 2 odds and lines, and make our expert NHL picks, predictions and bets.

Raise your hand if you saw 15 goals being scored in Game 1. There should be plenty of rested deltoids because I don’t think anyone saw that onslaught coming.

Calgary ignited a 3-0 lead in the first and scored 3 in each frame. Edmonton put up 4 in the second period and still trailed 6-5 heading into the final period. Flames LW Matthew Tkachuk, who just scored his first goal of the playoffs in Game 7 against Dallas, erupted with a hat trick.

Edmonton attempted to stop the bleeding in the first by turning to G Mikko Koskinen, but he was drilled for 5 goals on 37 shots the rest of the way. Oilers C Connor McDavid had 1 goal and 3 assists, and C Leon Draisaitl had 1 goal and 2 assists in the 9-6 loss.

Oilers at Flames odds and lines

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  • Money line: Oilers +145 (bet $100 to win $145) | Flames -180 (bet $180 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Oilers +1.5 (-160) | Flames -1.5 (+125)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -122 | U: -102)

Oilers at Flames projected goalies

Mike Smith (4-3, 2.68 GAA, .930 SV% – postseason) vs. Jacob Markstrom (5-3, 2.08 GAA, .923 SV% – this postseason)

Smith lasted just over 6 minutes in Game 1, allowing 3 goals on 10 shots. The Flames scored 2 goals in the first 51 seconds, which was the fastest 2 goals to start an NHL playoff game in the league’s long history. Smith was one of the top goaltenders in the playoffs before this one, and this has “fluke” written all over it. Smith remains 2nd with 8.5 goals saved above expected in the playoffs, according to MoneyPuck.

Markstrom is kind of lucky his offense scored 9 times because he wasn’t particularly good, allowing 6 goals on 28 shots. He has now given up at least 2 goals in 3 straight games after allowing 1 or fewer in the first 4 of 5 playoff games. He’ll have to tighten it up to preserve home ice.

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Oilers at Flames picks and predictions

Prediction

Oilers 5, Flames 3

Money line

The Oilers got spanked in Game 1, but they still have another shot to steal home ice. They didn’t panic, and the offense still lit the lamp 6 times. That’s what I take more of from Game 1 because Calgary scored just 15 goals in 7 games against Dallas.

If the Oilers come out aggressive and take an early lead, I look for them to cruise home with a split. LEAN OILERS (+145).

Against the spread

You have a few options here. You can play it safe and take the chalky Oilers +1.5 (-160) or you can pass and just stick to the plus-money on the money line.

Or if you’re vibing with me that Edmonton steals this one, you could go big with the alternate line of  Oilers -1.5 (+290) for nearly triple your money. Edmonton won by at least 2 goals in all 4 of its wins this postseason.

Over/Under

The Over has hit in 4 of the last 5 between these two. It’s always possible that after such an offensive explosion that both teams refocus and tweak their forechecks to plug holes in the defense.

I feel like Edmonton is too talented offensively, and now desperate, to score 4 or 5 on its own. LEAN OVER 6.5 (-122) lightly.

There is also a special boosted odds option on Tipico for 8+ total goals scored (+200). This serves as somewhat of a hedge in case Calgary retains home ice.

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